They're driven. They're hardworking. They're focused on upward mobility. Millennials are now the largest segment of the US workforce, and Millennial leaders are poised to bring a new style of management into the workplace-one that emphasizes collaboration, autonomy and continuous feedback.

While Millennials are tech savvy and well networked, they often lack the soft skills necessary to become successful leaders, for instance, the abilities to express complex ideas clearly and to communicate within groups of all sizes in an engaging and professional way.

As Millennials begin to climb the corporate ladder, it's critical for companies to ensure that they're adequately prepared for the new challenges they'll face as leaders. While an increasing number of companies have recognized the importance of adjusting their workplaces and practices to accommodate their Millennial employees, few have programs in place to address their leadership development needs.

It takes more than a training manual to teach skills like workplace communication and professionalism. Instead, companies must embrace an individualized approach to leadership development , taking into account the teaching styles that tend to work best for Gen Y.

Here are some strategies that will help turn your millennial worker into a millennial leader in your organization:

• Coach on decision-making
• Share knowledge through a plan
• Establish appropriate levels of sharing
• Spell out for the new leader exactly what her new leadership responsibilities look like